Golden Peanut Butter Bars
Indulge in the sweet, nutty decadence of Golden Peanut Butter Bars, a perfect treat for peanut butter lovers! These rich and chewy dessert bars combine creamy peanut butter with a touch of caramel and a topping of crunchy chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips for a delightful mix of textures and flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe features pantry staples like brown sugar, flour, and vanilla extract for a fuss-free yet satisfying bake. Each bite delivers a golden-brown buttery base, drizzled with luxurious caramel sauce and layered with irresistible toppings, making it ideal for bake sales, snack time, or simply treating yourself. Whether served fresh or stored for later, these bars are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Keywords: peanut butter bars, caramel drizzle, easy dessert recipe, chewy bars, snack bars.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup caramel sauce
- 0.25 cup chopped peanuts
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and peanut butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully combined and smooth.
Stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until well combined. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding the eggs to prevent cooking them.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the cooled peanut butter mixture and whisk until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until fully incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with the spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
Once the bars are cool, drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the top.
Sprinkle chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips on top of the caramel drizzle for added texture and flavor.
Cut into 12 equal squares or bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 223.7 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.6 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 3450 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 546.7 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 367.8 g | ||
| Protein | 103.5 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2387 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
